Community Briefs

Published: Friday, May 1, 2009 at 4:30 a.m.

Last Modified: Thursday, April 30, 2009 at 9:27 p.m.

Scuba seminar to be held on Saturday

Introduction to medical uses of the hyperbaric chamber will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Team ECCO Ed-venture Center.

This a free informative program presented by Morgan Walker. She is an accomplished diver and part of the A Team Divers of TEAM ECCO Inc. Walker is a candidate for graduation from Hendersonville High and this is part of her senior project.

The program is geared towards scuba divers, but the general public is welcome as seating permits.

For more information, visit www.team-ecco.com.

Mentors needed for reading project

The African-American Community Reading Project is looking for afterschool mentors for grades three, four and five. The time commitment is two hours a month with reading and homework help for one child. They are looking for at least 35 adults to commit two hours a month between now and June.

The Mentors Source Book compiled by our mentors and orientation sessions will provide a start in building your relationship with a student.

The project is located at 526 Seventh Ave. E. For more information, call 698-7878.

Artists invited to apply for exhibit

BREVARD — Artists who wish to exhibit in downtown Brevard’s 37th annual Fine Arts and Crafts Showcase on July 4 may apply for a booth space through the Transylvania Community Arts Council until Friday, May 22. Applications and more information are available by calling TC Arts Council at (828) 884-2787 or by emailing tcarts@citcom.net.

Application fee for the Showcase is $20. Booth fee is $90 or $100 for a powered site. Exhibitors are responsible for furnishing their own booths and their own set up. Applicants will be notified of jury decisions and receive important event information by June 4. For more information, call 884-2787 or e-mail tcarts@citcom.net. To learn more about the ARTS of Brevard go to www.artsofbrevard.org.

For more information on the Fourth of July Celebration in downtown Brevard go to www.brevardnc.org.

Photographer to speak at library

At 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Henderson County Library, O. Louis Mazzatenta will speak about his long and accomplished career at National Geographic Magazine.

For 45 years, both on staff and as a freelance contractor for National Geographic, Mazzatenta had the opportunity to photograph subjects and stories from all over the world. He will share some of his favorite photographs and discuss the stories behind them.

A good part of his presentation will focus on the famous Terracotta Army of China. His photographs of China’s famous warriors were exhibited at the China Pavilion, Epcot Center, Fla., in 2007. A book of these photographs accompanies a world class exhibition of the terracotta army presently touring the United States.

Tickets are required for this program. The free tickets will be available at the Main Library Reference and Circulation desks, Henderson County Public Library, 301 N. Washington St., Hendersonville.

For more information, call 697-4725.

Come see ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ this weekend

Hendersonville High School’s Class of 2009 will present the classic ’50s musical, Bye Bye Birdie, at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the auditorium.

Tickets are $12 for reserved seating and $10 for general admission, may be purchased at the HHS office, 311 Eighth Ave. West, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

For more information, call 697-4802.

Join the Red Cross for Pet First Aid

The American Red Cross has developed a Pet First Aid class. This class is comprehensive and includes everything owners need to know to keep their pets healthy and safe. From basic pet owner responsibilities, like spaying, neutering and administering medications to managing breathing or cardiac emergencies and preparing for disasters, this class will make you a better prepared pet owner.

The class is at noon Saturday at the Henderson County Chapter of the American Red Cross, 203 Second Ave East. The course is $30 and includes one book, either dog or cat first aid.

For an additional $10 you can have both the dog and cat book. Pets are not permitted in this class. Pet First Aid kits are available for purchase after the class.

<p>Scuba seminar to be held on Saturday</p><p>Introduction to medical uses of the hyperbaric chamber will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Team ECCO Ed-venture Center. </p><p>This a free informative program presented by Morgan Walker. She is an accomplished diver and part of the A Team Divers of TEAM ECCO Inc. Walker is a candidate for graduation from Hendersonville High and this is part of her senior project.</p><p>The program is geared towards scuba divers, but the general public is welcome as seating permits.</p><p>For more information, visit www.team-ecco.com.</p><p>Mentors needed for reading project</p><p>The African-American Community Reading Project is looking for afterschool mentors for grades three, four and five. The time commitment is two hours a month with reading and homework help for one child. They are looking for at least 35 adults to commit two hours a month between now and June. </p><p>The Mentors Source Book compiled by our mentors and orientation sessions will provide a start in building your relationship with a student.</p><p>The project is located at 526 Seventh Ave. E. For more information, call 698-7878.</p><p>Artists invited to apply for exhibit</p><p>BREVARD  Artists who wish to exhibit in downtown Brevard’s 37th annual Fine Arts and Crafts Showcase on July 4 may apply for a booth space through the Transylvania Community Arts Council until Friday, May 22. Applications and more information are available by calling TC Arts Council at (828) 884-2787 or by emailing tcarts@citcom.net.</p><p>Application fee for the Showcase is $20. Booth fee is $90 or $100 for a powered site. Exhibitors are responsible for furnishing their own booths and their own set up. Applicants will be notified of jury decisions and receive important event information by June 4. For more information, call 884-2787 or e-mail tcarts@citcom.net. To learn more about the ARTS of Brevard go to www.artsofbrevard.org. </p><p>For more information on the Fourth of July Celebration in downtown Brevard go to www.brevardnc.org.</p><p>Photographer to speak at library</p><p>At 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Henderson County Library, O. Louis Mazzatenta will speak about his long and accomplished career at National Geographic Magazine.</p><p>For 45 years, both on staff and as a freelance contractor for National Geographic, Mazzatenta had the opportunity to photograph subjects and stories from all over the world. He will share some of his favorite photographs and discuss the stories behind them.</p><p>A good part of his presentation will focus on the famous Terracotta Army of China. His photographs of China’s famous warriors were exhibited at the China Pavilion, Epcot Center, Fla., in 2007. A book of these photographs accompanies a world class exhibition of the terracotta army presently touring the United States.</p><p>Tickets are required for this program. The free tickets will be available at the Main Library Reference and Circulation desks, Henderson County Public Library, 301 N. Washington St., Hendersonville. </p><p>For more information, call 697-4725.</p><p>Come see Bye Bye Birdie’ this weekend</p><p>Hendersonville High School’s Class of 2009 will present the classic ’50s musical, Bye Bye Birdie, at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the auditorium.</p><p>Tickets are $12 for reserved seating and $10 for general admission, may be purchased at the HHS office, 311 Eighth Ave. West, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.</p><p>For more information, call 697-4802.</p><p>Join the Red Cross for Pet First Aid </p><p>The American Red Cross has developed a Pet First Aid class. This class is comprehensive and includes everything owners need to know to keep their pets healthy and safe. From basic pet owner responsibilities, like spaying, neutering and administering medications to managing breathing or cardiac emergencies and preparing for disasters, this class will make you a better prepared pet owner. </p><p>The class is at noon Saturday at the Henderson County Chapter of the American Red Cross, 203 Second Ave East. The course is $30 and includes one book, either dog or cat first aid.</p><p>For an additional $10 you can have both the dog and cat book. Pets are not permitted in this class. Pet First Aid kits are available for purchase after the class.</p><p>For more information, visit www.hcredcross.org or call 693-5605.</p>